March 15, 2009

It is pretty clear that Cody Ransom will be the temporary replacement for Alex Rodriguez at third base to start the season, according to voters. Ransom's only realistic competition is Angel Berroa or if the Yankees acquired someone via trade.

Ransom: 13

Berroa: 2

Other: 3

I am guessing that Ransom will assume the ninth spot in the order, because their's really nobody else except maybe Brett Gardner in a "secret leadoff" role. In that case, Ransom could bat eighth and Gardner could bat ninth.